King David's Monthly Commander For The Eighth Month
During the reign of King David, a sophisticated administrative structure was established to manage the kingdom's affairs, including a rotating system for military leadership. For each month of the year, a different commander was appointed to oversee a division of twenty-four thousand men, ensuring readiness and order within Israel's forces. For the eighth month, known as Cheshvan, Sibbecai the Hushathite, a descendant of Zerah, was designated for this crucial role, reflecting David's strategic foresight in maintaining a strong and organized army.
The eighth for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite of the Zerahites, and in his division were twenty-four thousand.
— 1 Chronicles 27:11 LSB
— 1 Chronicles 27:11 LSB
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This administrative appointment for the eighth month (Cheshvan) by King David is recorded in 1 Chronicles, placing this event around 1000 BC. It specifically mentions the "eighth month," which aligns precisely with 22 Cheshvan, the 8th month of the biblical sacred calendar (second month of the civil year).
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